AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep in favor of the Intel Core i7-14701E across all eleven shared PassMark tests. The Intel part wins every head-to-head comparison, with margins ranging from a narrow 10.8% to a dominant 67.6%. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 does not record a single victory in any measured workload, which establishes a clear performance hierarchy between these two processors.

The largest gap appears in the prime number test. The Intel Core i7-14701E scores 176 while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 57, producing a delta of -67.6% for the AMD part. This test is heavily dependent on integer throughput and branch prediction, suggesting the Intel architecture holds a substantial advantage in that specific workload pattern.

Physics computation shows the second-largest difference. Intel scores 2399 versus AMD's 1022, a 57.4% deficit for the Ryzen part. This workload typically scales with core count and memory latency, both areas where the Intel chip appears better equipped. Floating point math also favors Intel significantly, with a score of 61873 compared to 42248, a 31.7% gap.

The multithread test delivers a 26.2% advantage for Intel, scoring 26112 against 19262. This is a broad measure of parallel performance, and the margin indicates the Intel processor sustains higher throughput when all threads are active. Data compression shows a similar pattern at 18.6% (282939 versus 230437), while data encryption trails at 23% (14862 versus 11444).

Single-thread performance is closer but still favors Intel. The Core i7-14701E scores 4305 in the single-thread test versus 3713 for the Ryzen part, a 13.8% delta. Extended instructions show a 10.8% gap (18528 versus 16520), while random string sorting is 13.6% apart (29158 versus 25181). Integer math completes the picture with a 23.5% difference (81325 versus 62249).

The average benchmark scores reflect this overall trend. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 holds an average score of 37804 and sits in the 86th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i7-14701E averages 33206 and lands in the 83rd percentile. Despite the Intel part winning every direct comparison, the AMD part actually ranks higher in the overall percentile distribution, driven by its proximity to a different cluster of competing processors. The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the Intel Core 5 211E at 37829 (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 at 37762 (0.1% lower), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 at 37904 (0.3% higher), and the Intel Core i9-14901E at 37911 (0.3% higher). For the Intel part, the nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H at 33201 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS at 33244 (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX at 33091 (0.3% lower), and the Intel Core i7-13650HX at 33089 (0.4% lower).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 uses the Gorgon Point codename with a generation label of Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c), manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14701E uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, representing the Core 14th Gen series with a Raptor Lake Refresh generation, built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD part provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part offers 8 cores and 16 threads. This 33% difference in core count and thread count directly explains much of the multithreaded performance gap. The Intel chip also runs higher clock speeds, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, compared to the AMD base clock of 2.00 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Cache hierarchies show distinct configurations. Both parts allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 per core for the AMD, but the Intel doubles L2 to 2 MB per core. The L3 cache presents the largest architectural divergence: the AMD part has only 4 MB of L3, while the Intel part has 33 MB of shared L3. That 29 MB difference is substantial for workloads that benefit from large shared caches, such as data compression and database-style operations.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, also dual-channel, but no bandwidth figure is recorded in the database. ECC memory support appears on both parts.

PCIe connectivity shows a generational split. The AMD part uses Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. This gives the Intel platform higher potential I/O bandwidth for attached devices, though the practical impact depends on the specific system configuration.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses the Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses the UHD Graphics 770. Both provide display output capabilities, but the database records no graphics benchmarks, so comparative GPU performance cannot be assessed from the available data.

The Intel processor has a die size of 257 mm², while no die size is recorded for the AMD part. The AMD part uses a 4 nm process, which typically allows for higher transistor density, but the exact transistor counts are not listed for either processor.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E wins every measured workload in the head-to-head comparison, so the use-case split is defined by the magnitude of its advantages rather than by any reversal. The largest wins appear in prime number finding (67.6% ahead), physics computation (57.4% ahead), and floating point math (31.7% ahead). These workloads suggest the Intel part is particularly strong in scientific computing, simulation, and any task that relies on heavy mathematical throughput.

The smallest Intel advantages are in extended instructions (10.8%), random string sorting (13.6%), and single-thread performance (13.8%). These tighter margins indicate that the AMD part is comparatively more competitive in lightweight, latency-sensitive tasks, even though it still loses. For workloads that depend on single-core responsiveness, such as basic office productivity or light scripting, the difference between the two chips narrows considerably.

The multithread test shows a 26.2% Intel advantage, placing the Core i7-14701E clearly ahead in parallel rendering, compilation, and batch processing. Data compression follows at 18.6%, meaning the Intel part should handle archive operations and file-serving workloads more efficiently. Encryption tasks show a 23% Intel edge, which matters for secure communications and VPN endpoints.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132, despite losing all comparisons, still holds the higher percentile ranking at 86 versus Intel's 83. This occurs because the AMD part's average score of 37804 places it in a denser cluster of high-performing mobile processors, while the Intel part's 33206 average sits among slightly slower desktop parts. The data implies the AMD chip is more typical of high-end mobile silicon, whereas the Intel chip outperforms typical desktop processors in its class.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core i7-14701E is the stronger processor in every recorded benchmark. For applications that demand high multithreaded throughput, heavy mathematical computation, or large-cache workloads, the Intel part delivers consistently superior results. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with 33 MB of L3 cache and boost clocks up to 5.40 GHz provides a substantial performance foundation that the AMD part cannot match in these tests.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 is better positioned by its form factor and power profile. It uses a 28 W TDP compared to the Intel part's 65 W TDP, and it is classified as a mobile segment processor on an AMD Socket FP8 platform. The Intel part is a desktop segment processor on Intel Socket 1700. Systems requiring lower thermal output and compact integration may favor the AMD part despite its benchmark deficits.

The Intel part also offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which supports faster expansion devices than the AMD part's Gen 4 with 14 lanes. The AMD part counters with LPDDR5X memory support and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, which can matter in memory-bound embedded applications.

The recorded data does not show any workload where the AMD part wins, so the verdict is straightforward: select the Intel Core i7-14701E for raw performance, and select the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 only when the mobile form factor, lower TDP, or specific platform requirements are the primary constraints.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E scores 4305 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 3713. The Intel part leads by 13.8%.

Q: How large is the difference in multithreaded performance?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E scores 26112 in the PassMark multithread test versus 19262 for the AMD part, a 26.2% advantage for Intel.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has 4 MB of L3 cache.

Q: What are the thermal design power ratings?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has a TDP of 28 W, and the Intel Core i7-14701E has a TDP of 65 W.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 | Intel Core i7-14701E |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-06-30 |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| Average Benchmark Score | 37804 | 33206 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 86 | 83 |